You guys gave it all you had but the conditions can get the best of us at times. I've never been hypothermic but it is dangerous when you can't get the help you need. Putting yourself in danger by going on is a personal decision. You made the right decision by standing down and getting the help you needed. Especially for Joe. You guys have a great friendship and it shows in the ultra videos you all have done together. There are other 100 milers to do between now and the next Yeti 100. Or you can regroup and come back again next year to kick some Yeti butt!!!
By far the best video from a cinematic perspective you've created. But more importantly, the spirit I felt while watching you and Joe powering through the trails together nearly overwhelmed me. In a sport where individual success is dominate, seeing the two of you go through all the miles, aid stations, rain, pain, etc. as one cohesive runner, it was no surprise when you said you were there to help Joe out when the hyperthermia was about to set in. Man, the kindred spirit was alive at the Yeti 100 that no rain could've doused!! It's folks like y'all that reiterates in my heart that running and its community is a sport like no other and I'm proud to be a part of it. Beautiful memories, John & Joe, beautiful "brotherhood" 💙👍
Thanks,John. Joe has gained much from his running experiences. Not the least of which is a friend like you. You can't beat Mother Nature. Some folks homes blew away last weekend. BK
@@bobkern6509 no sir, Mother Nature will almost always win…we came out with a great adventure, great stories and good times. Can’t beat that! Thanks again for the book!
A year after my own DNF at Yeti, I was finally able to watch this video. You captured everything perfectly! It literally brought tears to my eyes. You guys have got it this year! My heart is with you through every beautiful mile 🤗
It got a lot of us last year Doc, not because it was just to hard, it was because it actually got dangerous for many that didn’t have enough of or the right clothes to make it through the 60 to 80ish miles with the cold, wind and the rain. Glad you like this tribute to that day!! See you out in the trails my friend!
Great video as usual John. Your line about how if just one thing goes wrong in an ultra it can destroy your day struck a chord with me. Your videos and encouragement help me get though my first 50 mile ultra in August. Looking back on it I can definitely see how it would have been easy for one thing to ruin my day and am grateful the stars aligned for me. Congrats on the effort and keep spreading the word to average runners about the possibilities and joys of working towards an ultra.
Thank Steven, appreciate the kind words. Again congratulations on that 50, nothing like an ultra to put you to the test and give you plenty of things to reflect on!!💪💪
Awesome video. You did a great job capturing the spirit of the race and the beauty of the trail. A tough day that will prepare you for your next 100 miler. Thanks for posting this!
Wish I could give more than one thumbs up!!! Loved it and so inspiring. Had a horrible feeling the wet combined with the cold and dark would be rough... Joe's fortune to have had you by his side. Best of luck on the next one and hope you've both recovered swiftly!
Incredible video, one of your best! What a day you two had... it completely embodied ultras... from the camaraderie, to the fun, to the struggles, the motivation, and all those things beyond your control. It makes me itch to get out and tackle another, though I'm still stiff from last weekend! 😆 I couldn't believe the 2 girls from Maine, how ironic! I'm looking forward to seeing how you and Joe rebound from this! Great job to you both, and everyone else who struggled through that day!
John and Joe, so proud of you guys! First, you take care of your man! Second, you take yourself! Both of you are amazing! DNF is not failure, it is "I will be back" You both are a driving force for me and those who want to be an Ultra Runner! (Get better Joe!!!)
I am soooo excited you did this and you got to 10K!!! So awesome :) I was watching you specifically to get to that goal. Well done! Edited to add: I grew up in VA, so it's really nice to see everything.
Trail Running It is one of the most fulfilling sports in my life... due to a lesson I had to stop running but trail calls me and I will try to return. I am doing everything possible to fix my ankle... and get back in shape.
@@motivationtheoryrunning Thank you.. I haven't run for a while because of that situation... then I went to the gym because I had to do exercises but I want to get back to running... I started training this week again and little by little and doing some exercises to strengthen the ankle
Glad you enjoyed it! Great job to you too! That cold rain was crazy! It sucks because I had never felt that good that late in a race and was wanting to continue so badly.
Please watch: Redemption on the Creeper - The Yeti 100 Mile Endurance Run 2023 th-cam.com/video/Pvr9gzprdNk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6As0yy1oWXdiQ9N-
Great job. A dnf is just another reason to go back and do it again.
Absolutely !
I am the cyclist at mark 14:27. Thanks for having me in your video! 👍
Nice!! First time running this trail, but it would love to bike it too!
Nice job, Brother! People first, next race is always around the corner.
Thank you!
You guys gave it all you had but the conditions can get the best of us at times. I've never been hypothermic but it is dangerous when you can't get the help you need. Putting yourself in danger by going on is a personal decision. You made the right decision by standing down and getting the help you needed. Especially for Joe. You guys have a great friendship and it shows in the ultra videos you all have done together. There are other 100 milers to do between now and the next Yeti 100. Or you can regroup and come back again next year to kick some Yeti butt!!!
100% agree!! Thanks Don!
By far the best video from a cinematic perspective you've created. But more importantly, the spirit I felt while watching you and Joe powering through the trails together nearly overwhelmed me.
In a sport where individual success is dominate, seeing the two of you go through all the miles, aid stations, rain, pain, etc. as one cohesive runner, it was no surprise when you said you were there to help Joe out when the hyperthermia was about to set in. Man, the kindred spirit was alive at the Yeti 100 that no rain could've doused!! It's folks like y'all that reiterates in my heart that running and its community is a sport like no other and I'm proud to be a part of it. Beautiful memories, John & Joe, beautiful "brotherhood" 💙👍
Thank you so much for the kind words, that means a lot!!
Thanks,John. Joe has gained much from his running experiences. Not the least of which is a friend like you. You can't beat Mother Nature. Some folks homes blew away last weekend. BK
@@bobkern6509 no sir, Mother Nature will almost always win…we came out with a great adventure, great stories and good times. Can’t beat that! Thanks again for the book!
Great video! Such a shame about those miserable conditions. But it is what it is. Looking forward to watching your next great adventure! 😃
Thank you Arleen!!!
Amazing video! A story beautifully told. Always people first- there will always be more races! 🤓
Thank you!! And always!💪💪
Nice job! Even though the weather forced you and Joe make a tough decision I’m sure the quality running buddy time was well worth it. 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Thanks it really was a blast!!
A year after my own DNF at Yeti, I was finally able to watch this video. You captured everything perfectly! It literally brought tears to my eyes. You guys have got it this year! My heart is with you through every beautiful mile 🤗
It got a lot of us last year Doc, not because it was just to hard, it was because it actually got dangerous for many that didn’t have enough of or the right clothes to make it through the 60 to 80ish miles with the cold, wind and the rain. Glad you like this tribute to that day!! See you out in the trails my friend!
Great video as usual John. Your line about how if just one thing goes wrong in an ultra it can destroy your day struck a chord with me. Your videos and encouragement help me get though my first 50 mile ultra in August. Looking back on it I can definitely see how it would have been easy for one thing to ruin my day and am grateful the stars aligned for me. Congrats on the effort and keep spreading the word to average runners about the possibilities and joys of working towards an ultra.
Thank Steven, appreciate the kind words. Again congratulations on that 50, nothing like an ultra to put you to the test and give you plenty of things to reflect on!!💪💪
Awesome video. You did a great job capturing the spirit of the race and the beauty of the trail. A tough day that will prepare you for your next 100 miler. Thanks for posting this!
Thank you Kevin, I was hoping to do that as best as possible…it’s not easy to film and run and capture enough to tell a story.
Thanks for sharing. Was delightful to hear your commentary and see your experience with the race.
This really is one of your best. Great piece of filmmaking John!
Thank you Scott! I wish I had more video of other things and interviews, but I am a one man show and had to also run it. ..😂😂
Wish I could give more than one thumbs up!!!
Loved it and so inspiring.
Had a horrible feeling the wet combined with the cold and dark would be rough... Joe's fortune to have had you by his side.
Best of luck on the next one and hope you've both recovered swiftly!
Thanks Thomas! It was good times!!
Incredible video, one of your best! What a day you two had... it completely embodied ultras... from the camaraderie, to the fun, to the struggles, the motivation, and all those things beyond your control. It makes me itch to get out and tackle another, though I'm still stiff from last weekend! 😆 I couldn't believe the 2 girls from Maine, how ironic! I'm looking forward to seeing how you and Joe rebound from this! Great job to you both, and everyone else who struggled through that day!
Thank you Kelly!!! Sore legs means you put in some work!!!
Definitely one of your best videos. That trail looks awesome. The music rocks. Nice job, and go get that hundred next time around!
Very well done both of you! Awsome video and an amazing experience.
Thanks so much!
Awesome story and great video!!! What you did is extremely inspiring! Not easy to do. Can’t wait for your next adventure
Thanks Eduardo!!
John and Joe, so proud of you guys! First, you take care of your man! Second, you take yourself! Both of you are amazing! DNF is not failure, it is "I will be back" You both are a driving force for me and those who want to be an Ultra Runner! (Get better Joe!!!)
Much appreciated, Joe is already out running like a a crazy man already
Appreciate the kind words Matt. Other than losing a toenail we are back to it. A DNF just gives me a reason to visit this beautiful trail again.
Hands down your best video. You captured the entire race. The great times, the great scenery, and the heartbreak at the end. Yeti 2023 here I come!
These are hard and you have seen behind the scenes of how it get made…😂😂😂
I hear you all talking about bicycles 😁😁😁
Yes!! Hahahaha
Very inspiring. Well done. Can't wait to see your return. 👊💪👟
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
You both are amazing!! Excellent job!! Thank you!!!❤
We finished this year, new video to follow soon!
I am soooo excited you did this and you got to 10K!!! So awesome :) I was watching you specifically to get to that goal. Well done! Edited to add: I grew up in VA, so it's really nice to see everything.
Much appreciated!
Awesome video, thanks for sharing your journey!
Thanks! Appreciate you watching, glad you enjoyed it.
Your a good man. No one is left behind
💪💪💪💪
Trail Running It is one of the most fulfilling sports in my life... due to a lesson I had to stop running but trail calls me and I will try to return. I am doing everything possible to fix my ankle... and get back in shape.
Best of luck getting it healthy!! Wish you the best!!💪🏼💪🏼
@@motivationtheoryrunning Thank you.. I haven't run for a while because of that situation... then I went to the gym because I had to do exercises but I want to get back to running... I started training this week again and little by little and doing some exercises to strengthen the ankle
Thanks for sharing, great video, and great story.
Thanks Dustin!! Much appreciated!
Awesome video and that was the hardest conditions I have ever ran through! Great job to you both, my day ended at Green Cove.
Glad you enjoyed it! Great job to you too! That cold rain was crazy! It sucks because I had never felt that good that late in a race and was wanting to continue so badly.
Enjoyed your video as I am gearing up to run this race on Friday! Thankfully, so far, no rain this year!
Best of luck, Joe and I will be there again!
@@motivationtheoryrunning maybe I will see you out there! Best of luck this year for you.
Well done ☘️
Well, can’t wait to see you get after another 100.
Thanks Brandon!
watching this for the 3rd time, better every time
That’s awesome, glad you enjoyed it!!
bro this is so dang inspiring to me!
Get it!!💪💪💪
Dude skateboard swag!?!?! Awesome!
You know it! So awesome!
After reading ultramarathon man I said I would never run 100… me 2 years later signs up for a 100 🤦🏻♀️
Great video. ❤
Great film, in difficult circumstances
Thank you, made it even more sweet to come back and finish it in 2023. I am working on that film now.
That was kudzu, not creeper!
Probably but creeper was probably mixed in😂